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MDA/2008/032 - Robertshaw endobronchial tubes (PVC, disposable) all sizes – manufactured by Phoenix Medical, a P3 Medical Ltd company

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Type: Medical Device Alert
Series No: MDA/2008/032
Audience: Healthcare professionals
Published:
Format: Electronic and paper
Size: A4
Pages: 4
Price: Free
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Copyright: Crown
   

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Issued: 14 May 2008 at 12:00
Ref: MDA/2008/032

 

 Tick mark
Immediate action
 
Action
 
Update
 
Information request


Device:
Robertshaw endobronchial tubes (PVC, disposable) all sizes – manufactured by Phoenix Medical, a P3 Medical Ltd company.
 

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Problem:
There is a risk of plastic debris from the intubating stylet entering the patient’s airway due to a manufacturing defect.

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Action by:
Anaesthetists, operating department practitioners and anaesthetic nurses.
 

Action:

  • Identify affected devices (see product code list on page 2) and remove from use.
  • Return affected devices to the manufacturer for replacement.
 

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Distributed to:

NHS trusts in England - Chief Executives*
Healthcare Commission (CHAI) - Headquarters
NHS Boards in Scotland - Chief Executives


* via CE Bulletin

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Contacts:
Details of manufacturer contacts and contacts for technical and clinical aspects.
Change of address or removal from address list for Healthcare Commission.

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Action deadlines for the Safety Alert Broadcast System (SABS)
Deadline (action underway): 21 May 2008
Deadline (action complete): 28 May 2008

 

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